Murder at the Selim House Bridges a Crime Teaser
Detective Dundee interviews Penny and guests at a luncheon party about the murder of Anne Selim. The group recalls alibis, the bridge order, Lydia the maid, and a note as Dundee probes who could have reached Nita Selim in her bedroom. The chapter ends with a demand to replay the death hand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Juanita Selim
Aren Marshall
Karen
Ronnie Dundee
Penny Crain
Strawn
Nita
Dundee
Tracey Miles
Lois Dunlap
Ralph Hammond
Penny
Polly Beale
Clive Hammond
Lydia
Polly
Flora
Lois
Mrs. Miles
Flora Miles
Forsyte Alumnae
Tracey Mr. Miles
Ana
Nita Selim
Thanksgiving Dinner Dresses Show Off Formal Yet Easygoing Style
In mid day and late afternoon gatherings, dresses blend formality with casual ease. Pep lum and triple peplum looks highlight Grecian bands and lace trims, with sleeves adapting toward capes for full afternoon wear. Velvet touches and two color combos offer versatile options for dinner or tea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amos Parrish
Winning the War Against Tuberculosis
Dr Copeland argues medical science has advanced against tuberculosis once deemed incurable. He cites nutrition's key role and declining deaths, though urban congestion remains a challenge. The disease can attack any organ, including the intestines, with ongoing research guiding treatment.
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Copeland
M. D
U.S
New York
New York City
Christmas Eve Struggles and Family Laughs Amid Tidy Tree
In a farmhouse Christmas scene, a narrator reflects on family approval of their decorations, junior jealousy over Marion’s attention to Ronald Brixton, and the communal warmth as stockings are hung and a Christmas carol ends with Junior declaring the eve the best ever. Marion helps with the stockings as Dicky and Harry Underwood share a moment, while Lillian navigates the hue and order of the tree.
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Junior
Ronald Brixton
Marion
Lillian
Dicky
Katherine
Katie
Roderick
Therm
Big Harry Underwood
Dad
Madge
Harry
Lilian
Rod
Grandpa
Marton
Harry Underwood
Ronald
Tim
Murs
Tom
Treatment Emphasis for Tuberculosis of the Intestines
The article stresses rest and quiet for emaciated patients with intestinal tuberculosis. It highlights the central role of fresh air and sunshine in treatment, noting sunlight either natural or artificial under a doctor's guidance. Hygienic surroundings support the cure alongside proper feeding and avoidance of forced feeding.
Pattern 2066 The Athens Messenger's tie Practical Paticorn
The Athens Messenger reports on Pattern 2066 the tie in a practical Paticorn context. The item notes the quirky blend of technology and whimsy as a local curiosity. No further details are provided in readable text.
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Athens
Delightful doll clothes set pattern 2666 for 16 to 24 inch dolls
The Athens Messenger Pattern Department offers pattern 2666 for a doll outfit set including dress coat hat slip and panties. Requires small yardage and fabric like swiss organdy lawn or crepe de chine for dress slip panties. wool for hat and coat. Pattern costs 15 cents. book 25 cents. Send 15c to The Athens Messenger, 243 West 17th Street, New York City.
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Athens Messenger Pattern Department
West 17Th Street
New York City
Marie Dressler Silent Film Setback Then Talkie Triumph
Marie Dressler faced a failure in her first silent film role in a Charley Chaplin comedy, Tillie's Punctured Romance, in 1914 yet her debut in the talkies a year later proved an outstanding success.
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Marie Dressier
Charley Chaplin
Tillie
Talkies
Best Medicine She Knows Of Best Medicine She Knows Of
Letter from Mrs Bertsa Riven of Ft Meyers Florida touts Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as the cure for weakness and nervous spells before birth and after, claiming renewed energy and ability to work at a restaurant.
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Ft. Meyers
Fla
Lydia E. Pinkham
Beck
Mas
Bertsa Riven
Polk St
Movern
Florida
Star Forecast Promises Growth Amid Cautions
The stars forecast a generally progressive day with favorable planetary alignments yet warn of possible impulsive actions and tensions. With temperate control, there are strong chances for new opportunities and favorable contracts. Those with birthdays enter a year of opportunity and smart gains. A uniquely ambitious Aquarius should be clever and hardworking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chia
Cay
Go to School at Forty A Little Englishwoman's Night Study
A novella-like vignette follows a middle aged wife who enrolls in night school after learning her husband is often away. She discovers public schooling offers lockers showers and free tuition, meeting diverse neighbors and gaining purpose while her husband attends his own classes. The piece highlights loneliness turning into learning and personal growth through education.
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South America
Poland
London
Kent
Surrey
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Adele Garrison
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Genevieve Kemble
Winifred Black
Coca-Cola
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